30,000 mile service?
01-31-2006, 08:22 PM
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30,000 mile service?
Almost time for the 30k service for my '04 5AT (haven't done anything except oil change and alignment, and 2 sets of new front rotors, and of course the '04 rattles), what's in it?
I asked my dealer and he said they'll replace transmission fluid, replace air filter, and the usual stuff... but the thing is like $450
He didn't have the full list cause someone has it or something..
Does this sound reasonable? For those of you who has done it, what did they do besides a bunch of 'visual inspections'?
I asked my dealer and he said they'll replace transmission fluid, replace air filter, and the usual stuff... but the thing is like $450
He didn't have the full list cause someone has it or something..Does this sound reasonable? For those of you who has done it, what did they do besides a bunch of 'visual inspections'?
01-31-2006, 09:46 PM
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we're on the same boat. i'm at 26k miles and curry acura wants $450, here is 'their' list,
- rotate tires
- full 'visual inspection' (PS, brakes, cv and axle boots/tie rods, suspension, cooling, exhaust, fuel system, hoses, tranny)
- replace spark plugs, replace wipers, replace fuel filter, replace air filter
- replace tranny fluid, replace brake fuild
- check alignment, drive belts, timing, idle, valve clearance, throttle opening, a/c, egr valve
- lube hinges
- road test
i can do all this myself w/o problems, BUT...i do want that 30k stamp since i did work on the car from when i bought it...what to do...
- rotate tires
- full 'visual inspection' (PS, brakes, cv and axle boots/tie rods, suspension, cooling, exhaust, fuel system, hoses, tranny)
- replace spark plugs, replace wipers, replace fuel filter, replace air filter
- replace tranny fluid, replace brake fuild
- check alignment, drive belts, timing, idle, valve clearance, throttle opening, a/c, egr valve
- lube hinges
- road test
i can do all this myself w/o problems, BUT...i do want that 30k stamp since i did work on the car from when i bought it...what to do...
01-31-2006, 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by jmathew34
umm i think it's available online under the acura owner-link and stealerships should have more than one copy of the service schedule/list....
Right, I was going to mention that, since the owner link schedule did not mention anything about tranny fluid change...
mg7726, that list sounds like what my dealer was talking about.... Well, at least they do replace a bunch of things which is probably worth $200 including labor.... I just don't buy those 'visual inspection' stuff...
01-31-2006, 10:20 PM
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Originally Posted by supraken
I asked my dealer and he said they'll replace transmission fluid, replace air filter, and the usual stuff... but the thing is like $450 He didn't have the full list cause someone has it or something..
He didn't have the full list cause someone has it or something..
01-31-2006, 10:24 PM
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Originally Posted by HollywoodTSX
BMW free maintenance sounds awfully good about now huh?
imo, you paid for the 'FREE' in advance
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01-31-2006, 11:18 PM
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Originally Posted by mg7726
we're on the same boat. i'm at 26k miles and curry acura wants $450, here is 'their' list,
- rotate tires
- full 'visual inspection' (PS, brakes, cv and axle boots/tie rods, suspension, cooling, exhaust, fuel system, hoses, tranny)
- replace spark plugs, replace wipers, replace fuel filter, replace air filter
- replace tranny fluid, replace brake fuild
- check alignment, drive belts, timing, idle, valve clearance, throttle opening, a/c, egr valve
- lube hinges
- road test
i can do all this myself w/o problems, BUT...i do want that 30k stamp since i did work on the car from when i bought it...what to do...
- rotate tires
- full 'visual inspection' (PS, brakes, cv and axle boots/tie rods, suspension, cooling, exhaust, fuel system, hoses, tranny)
- replace spark plugs, replace wipers, replace fuel filter, replace air filter
- replace tranny fluid, replace brake fuild
- check alignment, drive belts, timing, idle, valve clearance, throttle opening, a/c, egr valve
- lube hinges
- road test
i can do all this myself w/o problems, BUT...i do want that 30k stamp since i did work on the car from when i bought it...what to do...
But most of that stuff is unnecessary. The only items you really need to replace are the engine air filter, cabin air filter, oil/filter, transmission fluid (well, I recommend it).
02-01-2006, 09:34 AM
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Normal Maintenance Schedule
Here is the maintenance schedule as posted in our FAQ section.
Originally Posted by FAQ
Normal Maintenance Schedule
For normal driving conditions
The "normal" schedule is fine for most drivers, even if they occasionally drive in severe conditions.
10,000 mi/16,000 km Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect drive shaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Inspect all fluid levels, condition of fluids and check for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
30,000 mi/48,000 km Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
Inspect drive belt.
Replace air cleaner element.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs Scheduled Maintenance
Follow 1 yr scheduled Maintenance cycle.
50,000 mi/80,000 km Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect drive shaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Inspect all fluid levels, condition of fluids and check for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 233 in your owner's manual.
Inspect drive belt.
Replace air cleaner element.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
70,000 mi/112,000 km Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs Scheduled Maintenance
Follow 1or2 yr scheduled Maintenance cycle.
For normal driving conditions
The "normal" schedule is fine for most drivers, even if they occasionally drive in severe conditions.
10,000 mi/16,000 km Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
20,000 mi/32,000 km/1 yr Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect drive shaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Inspect all fluid levels, condition of fluids and check for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
30,000 mi/48,000 km Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
Inspect drive belt.
Replace air cleaner element.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
40,000 mi/64,000 km/2 yrs Scheduled Maintenance
Follow 1 yr scheduled Maintenance cycle.
50,000 mi/80,000 km Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
60,000 mi/96,000 km/3 yrs Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect drive shaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Inspect all fluid levels, condition of fluids and check for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 233 in your owner's manual.
Inspect drive belt.
Replace air cleaner element.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
70,000 mi/112,000 km Scheduled Maintenance
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 276 of your owner's manual).
80,000 mi/128,000 km/4 yrs Scheduled Maintenance
Follow 1or2 yr scheduled Maintenance cycle.
02-01-2006, 10:21 AM
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Take a copy of the 30,000 mile maintenance schedule and ask a private mechanic how much they will charge for it. $450 is a huge ripoff IMO.
You can print it right off ownerlink and it might even be in the manual in your car.
You can print it right off ownerlink and it might even be in the manual in your car.
02-01-2006, 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by mg7726
we're on the same boat. i'm at 26k miles and curry acura wants $450, here is 'their' list,
- rotate tires
- full 'visual inspection' (PS, brakes, cv and axle boots/tie rods, suspension, cooling, exhaust, fuel system, hoses, tranny)
- replace spark plugs, replace wipers, replace fuel filter, replace air filter
- replace tranny fluid, replace brake fuild
- check alignment, drive belts, timing, idle, valve clearance, throttle opening, a/c, egr valve
- lube hinges
- road test
i can do all this myself w/o problems, BUT...i do want that 30k stamp since i did work on the car from when i bought it...what to do...
- rotate tires
- full 'visual inspection' (PS, brakes, cv and axle boots/tie rods, suspension, cooling, exhaust, fuel system, hoses, tranny)
- replace spark plugs, replace wipers, replace fuel filter, replace air filter
- replace tranny fluid, replace brake fuild
- check alignment, drive belts, timing, idle, valve clearance, throttle opening, a/c, egr valve
- lube hinges
- road test
i can do all this myself w/o problems, BUT...i do want that 30k stamp since i did work on the car from when i bought it...what to do...
Throttle Opening = Press gas pedal and see if it works
02-01-2006, 10:43 AM
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My car is coming to 30k also as it has 28.5k miles on it now. Although I got it from a dealer with around 27k miles on it and they had a sticker on the window that does next service is at 31k. I guess this is when I make a quick stop at the moda_way service shop to get this done :-P
02-01-2006, 11:44 AM
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Originally Posted by moda_way
Check = look in the direction of
Throttle Opening = Press gas pedal and see if it works
Throttle Opening = Press gas pedal and see if it works
I think that's actually true :rofl...
So....after looking at the posted schedule in the FAQ (which I think is the same as the one I read on owner's link), I'm kind of confused (same reason why I started the thread) since it seems the dealer's schedule and the general owner's link/FAQ/owner's manual schedule is inconsistent.....
Which one should I follow??
02-01-2006, 11:53 AM
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Originally Posted by supraken
I think that's actually true :rofl...
So....after looking at the posted schedule in the FAQ (which I think is the same as the one I read on owner's link), I'm kind of confused (same reason why I started the thread) since it seems the dealer's schedule and the general owner's link/FAQ/owner's manual schedule is inconsistent.....
Which one should I follow??
So....after looking at the posted schedule in the FAQ (which I think is the same as the one I read on owner's link), I'm kind of confused (same reason why I started the thread) since it seems the dealer's schedule and the general owner's link/FAQ/owner's manual schedule is inconsistent.....
Which one should I follow??
02-01-2006, 12:09 PM
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$450 reminds me of owning German cars. Just to touch the stupid thing was $100. I'm hoping the Acura dealers won't be that bad but they're looking like they might be.
02-01-2006, 01:19 PM
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I am at 41k now.....at 10k, 20k, 30k I just did the oil change and things on the list that said replacement. I regularly rotate my own tires and have them inspect my brakes at no cost. Way below $450 what Montclair, Curry, and Paragon wanted for each service.
07-15-2006, 11:31 PM
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Originally Posted by mg7726
i can do all this myself w/o problems, BUT...i do want that 30k stamp since i did work on the car from when i bought it...what to do...
07-16-2006, 10:45 AM
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Change the neccessary fluids at the dealership, replace the spark plugs, air filter, and wipers yourself. And have a local mechanic thoroughly "inspect" your 30k vehicle during the next oil change. You'll probably pay less than $125 for the fluid changes.
07-16-2006, 02:48 PM
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Originally Posted by HollywoodTSX
By "stamp" I assume you mean something to prove you did the service to protect your warranty? it does not matter where the service is done, in fact imho you'd have to be really stupid to pay those kinds of prices. Google the "Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act".
07-16-2006, 07:18 PM
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service
Ask your dealer about "internet coupons" or just be a dick like me. I was pissed
that they had to order a radio for me "Lights out problem" and they didn't have
it for 6 days. They discounted my service to $375 and gave me a couple of oil
changes for free also. The internet coupon mentioned above is a part of ownerlink
email service.
that they had to order a radio for me "Lights out problem" and they didn't have
it for 6 days. They discounted my service to $375 and gave me a couple of oil
changes for free also. The internet coupon mentioned above is a part of ownerlink
email service.
07-16-2006, 09:49 PM
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I just turned 30k.. had a video from my camera from 29999 to 30000.. haha was pretty exciting..
I just did oil change and tire rotation... ran out of atf last weekend, did 3 last weekend, was going to do another 3 today..
I checked my radiator fluid last weekend.. was just going to do a drain and filled, Ill wait till next week when i get another case of atf...
whats everyone's feeling on fuel filters ? i did it once for my original car, that was 4 cars ago.. didn't even notice anything.. wasn't even sure if it really has to been done..
does anyone know what lube chassis means.. or where to lube what ?
any idea what the "stamp" look like ? i figure we'll go make our own and ill stamp it for everyone hahahaha
I just did oil change and tire rotation... ran out of atf last weekend, did 3 last weekend, was going to do another 3 today..
I checked my radiator fluid last weekend.. was just going to do a drain and filled, Ill wait till next week when i get another case of atf...
whats everyone's feeling on fuel filters ? i did it once for my original car, that was 4 cars ago.. didn't even notice anything.. wasn't even sure if it really has to been done..
does anyone know what lube chassis means.. or where to lube what ?
any idea what the "stamp" look like ? i figure we'll go make our own and ill stamp it for everyone hahahaha
07-29-2006, 06:33 PM
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I just had my ripoff, 30K mile service. $155 in parts, but they charged $525. I"m pretty sure I can find a mechanic that can do just as good or better job for $370 in labor.
07-29-2006, 06:50 PM
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I just had mine done today at the dealership for $302 (including 10% coupon). Not too bad, but of course still overpriced. But I trust this place and they are always very nice. They even gave me a loaner to use for the day even though I didn't request one. Thought I'd just wait, but they had one there so what the hell. I went to the mall instead of sitting in the waiting room.
07-30-2006, 12:23 AM
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doing it yourself
Today I changed the oil+filter (both Mobil 1), and the pollen and air filters (OEM), and rotated the tires&checked the brake pads and CV boots. Cost of materials was ~$80. 
Now I just have to "inspect the drive belt"; but I don't know how.
Anyone know what's involved in this (or can send me to a website with a TSX service manual)?
Thanks.
Now I just have to "inspect the drive belt"; but I don't know how.
Anyone know what's involved in this (or can send me to a website with a TSX service manual)?
Thanks.
07-31-2006, 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by kdogg24
Where does everyone suggest I get a new air filter and cabin filter?? Part number?
07-31-2006, 10:28 AM
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ok.. I see several reply wanting to change the spark plug..
Im under the impression that new plug is not necessary until 110k miles.. perhaps a little before that, but definitely not necessary at 30K miles...
is it a new requirement? or just personal preference?
Im under the impression that new plug is not necessary until 110k miles.. perhaps a little before that, but definitely not necessary at 30K miles...
is it a new requirement? or just personal preference?
09-05-2006, 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by PixelHarmony
If we do everything ourselves, how do we reset the light?
09-05-2006, 08:05 PM
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im at nearly 68k. so far all i've done myself is oil changes, brakes, air/cabin filter, wipers, rotate tires and topped off fluids. the only thing i paid for at the dealer was a trans fluid flush at around 45k (fluid looked kinda brown).
still runs like new.
still runs like new.
09-09-2006, 11:09 PM
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Originally Posted by mojox20
... trans fluid flush at around 45k (fluid looked kinda brown).
and now it is all red 
09-28-2006, 10:07 AM
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Originally Posted by mojox20
im at nearly 68k. so far all i've done myself is oil changes, brakes, air/cabin filter, wipers, rotate tires and topped off fluids. the only thing i paid for at the dealer was a trans fluid flush at around 45k (fluid looked kinda brown).
still runs like new.
still runs like new.
09-29-2006, 09:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Howard911s
ok.. I see several reply wanting to change the spark plug..
Im under the impression that new plug is not necessary until 110k miles.. perhaps a little before that, but definitely not necessary at 30K miles...
is it a new requirement? or just personal preference?
Im under the impression that new plug is not necessary until 110k miles.. perhaps a little before that, but definitely not necessary at 30K miles...
is it a new requirement? or just personal preference?
Seriously....unless you're driving an F1 race car I see no reason to change the spark plugs at 30K on any passenger car.